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==About==
==About==
This system uses a laser-based scattering method to count size and distribution of particles (or other scattering defects) on a flat wafer surface. It can scan wafers in size from 4 to 8 inches.
This system uses a laser-based scattering method to count size and distribution of particles (or other scattering defects) on a flat wafer surface.

It can scan wafers in size from 4 to 8 inches. Piece-parts are more difficult but can be scanned with a custom recipe.

4-inch wafers are the most standard size to measure.

For measuring very low particle counts accurately, purchase "low particle count" (LPC) wafers from a Silicon wafer vendor, and keep the wafers in the case and clean at all times until use.


==Documentation==
==Documentation==


===Operating Procedures===
*[[KLA-Tencor Surfscan - Standard Operating Procedure|Standard Operating Procedure]]
*[https://wiki.nanotech.ucsb.edu/w/images/9/96/Surfscan-Operation-Manual.pdf Operations Manual]
**''For detailed measurement info, it is highly recommended that you read the manual.''
*[[Wafer scanning process traveler]]
*[[Glossary]]
*[[Errors]]


*[https://wiki.nanofab.ucsb.edu/w/images/2/29/Wafer_Particle_Count-Process_Traveler.pdf Wafer Scanning Instructions]
==Standard Recipes==
**''This is the procedure Staff uses to calibrate particle counts on our deposition tools. After the scan is complete you need to press ENTER on a small laptop. The Data will be saved on: Desktop/Local Disk(C)/Users/Public/Public Documentation] The data will be saved as a photo.''


*[[Surfscan SOP for small substrates]] (''You must water-mount your small sample or wafer (2inch or 3 inch) to a carrier wafer)''


*[[Surfscan SOP for 4inch wafers]]
Recipes


*[[Surfscan SOP for 6inch wafers]]
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*[[Surfscan SOP for 8inch wafers]]

* [[Wafer scanning process traveler|Wafer Particle Count - Process Traveler]]
**'' Very detailed instructions

===Other Documentation===

*[https://wiki.nanotech.ucsb.edu/w/images/9/96/Surfscan-Operation-Manual.pdf Operations Manual]
**''For detailed measurement info, it is highly recommended that you read the manual.''

*[[Glossary]]
*[[Surfscan Errors and Workarounds|Common Errors & Workarounds]]


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==Examples==
==Examples==
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Latest revision as of 23:04, 20 November 2024

Surface Analysis (KLA/Tencor Surfscan)
KLA.jpg
Location Bay 5
Tool Type Inspection, Test and Characterization
Manufacturer KLA/Tencor
Description Surface Analysis

Primary Supervisor Biljana Stamenic
(805) 893-4002
biljana@ece.ucsb.edu

Secondary Supervisor

Don Freeborn


Recipes


About

This system uses a laser-based scattering method to count size and distribution of particles (or other scattering defects) on a flat wafer surface.

It can scan wafers in size from 4 to 8 inches. Piece-parts are more difficult but can be scanned with a custom recipe.

4-inch wafers are the most standard size to measure.

For measuring very low particle counts accurately, purchase "low particle count" (LPC) wafers from a Silicon wafer vendor, and keep the wafers in the case and clean at all times until use.

Documentation

Operating Procedures

  • Wafer Scanning Instructions
    • This is the procedure Staff uses to calibrate particle counts on our deposition tools. After the scan is complete you need to press ENTER on a small laptop. The Data will be saved on: Desktop/Local Disk(C)/Users/Public/Public Documentation] The data will be saved as a photo.

Other Documentation

  • Operations Manual
    • For detailed measurement info, it is highly recommended that you read the manual.

Examples

A low-particle 4-inch wafer example:
Gain 4: Small Particles

(0.160µm – 1.60µm)

Gain 2: Large Particles

(1.60µm – 28.0µm)

Surfscan Low-Particle Example - G4.png Surfscan Low-Particle Example - G2.png
A high-particle 4-inch wafer example:
Gain 4: Small Particles

(0.160µm – 1.60µm)

Gain 2: Large Particles

(1.60µm – 28.0µm)

Surfscan - 230113A7 Gain4 high particles.jpg Surfscan 230113A7G2 after low particles.jpg